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EVOQUE AND DISCOVERY SPORT NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRIDS WITH ALL-ELECTRIC RANGE OF UP TO 41 MILES

22 April 2020

The new Range Rover Evoque P300e PHEV and Land Rover Discovery Sport P300e PHEV are available to order now at www.landrover.co.uk

Electrified: Range Rover Evoque and Land Rover Discovery Sport now available as efficient plug-in hybrids with CO2 emissions from only 32g/km* and an all-electric range of up to 41 miles (66km)* – enough to do the average daily commute without recharging

Cost-effective: Customers and businesses can make significant financial savings thanks to fuel consumption as low as 201.8mpg (1.4L/100km)* and reduced vehicle taxes

Fast, easy charging: 0-80 per cent in as little as 30 minutes using 32kW DC public charging or just 1hr 24mins using a 7kW AC wallbox

Smart, flexible: PHEV system can operate in electric-only mode, combustion engine-only mode, or a combination, using GPS and navigation data to optimise efficiency on every journey

Customer choice: The Range Rover Evoque and Discovery Sport PHEV models are both badged P300e. Range Rover Evoque is available in S, SE and HSE specifications, either as standard or R-Dynamic, and Discovery Sport is available in R-Dynamic S, SE and HSE specifications. Evoque is available with a range of wheel designs from 18 to 20 inches and Discovery Sport offers either 18 or 20 inch wheels

Available to order now: New Range Rover Evoque P300e PHEV is priced from £43,850 with the Discovery Sport P300e PHEV available from £45,370

The new Range Rover Evoque and Land Rover Discovery Sport premium compact SUVs are now available with plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) technology, delivering the performance, refinement and capability customers expect together with an electric-only range of up 41 miles and CO2 emissions as low as 32g/km.

Badged P300e, both the new Range Rover Evoque and Land Rover Discovery Sport plug-in hybrids are based on Land Rover’s state-of-the-art Premium Transverse architecture, which was designed to support electrification while maintaining Land Rover’s signature off-road capability. The new plug-in hybrid P300e models join the existing 48-volt mild-hybrid SUVs, bringing new levels of efficiency to the premium compact SUV sector.

DISCOVERY SPORT SUV NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID

DISCOVERY SPORT SUV NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID

DISCOVERY SPORT SUV NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID

Designed, engineered and manufactured in-house, the modular, scaleable and flexible architecture of our Ingenium family has allowed us to create a pioneering, three-cylinder plug-in hybrid system, giving our customers more choice than ever before. The 200PS engine, combined with an 80kW electric motor on the rear axle, gives fantastic all-wheel drive capability and the perfect blend of performance, depending on your driving style. Efficient electrification, downsizing and lightweighting also enables incredibly low CO2 of just 32g/km on the Evoque and 36g/km on the Discovery Sport. Additionally, both vehicles have an awesome impressive all-electric, zero tailpipe emission range of 66km and 62km, respectively. Thanks to the dedication and hard work of our Jaguar Land Rover family, our latest plug-in hybrid offers the same awesome capability and composure with all-electric driving and stunning efficiency, both on- and off-road.

RANGE ROVER EVOQUE NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID

DISCOVERY SPORT NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID

RANGE ROVER EVOQUE NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID

The new models offer sustainable performance by combining a 200hp (147kW) 1.5-litre three-cylinder Ingenium petrol engine with a 109hp (80kW) electric motor integrated into the rear axle and powered by a 15kWh lithium-ion battery located below the rear seats. Performance and capability are uncompromised, with acceleration of 0-60mph in just 6.1 seconds (0-100km/h in 6.4 seconds) in the Range Rover Evoque. Meanwhile, the Discovery Sport offers 0-60mph in 6.2 seconds (0-100km/h in 6.6 seconds). Both can reach speeds of up to 84mph (135km/h) using electric power alone.

Efficiency is remarkable: the Range Rover Evoque P300e emits from just 32g/km of CO2 (WLTP) and has an all-electric, zero tailpipe emission range of up to 41 miles, with fuel economy of up to 201.8mpg (1.4L/100km).

The Discovery Sport P300e can travel up to 38 miles (62km) using all-electric power and delivers fuel economy of 175.5mpg (1.6L/100km). Thanks to its electrified technology, the Discovery Sport P300e produces CO2 emissions as low as 36g/km.

LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID WITH RAPID CHARGING AND IMPRESSIVE RANGE

DRIVER-SELECTABLE MODES

Drivers of both models can select from three driving modes to best suit their needs, whether they’re in the city or driving on the highway:

HYBRID mode (the default driving mode) – automatically combines power from the electric motor and petrol engine. The operating strategy adapts to driving conditions and the remaining charge in the battery. Entering a destination in the navigation system enables the Predictive Energy Optimisation (PEO) function to intelligently integrate route and GPS data to maximise efficiency and comfort for the selected journey.

EV (Electric Vehicle) mode – enables the vehicle to run solely on the electric motor using the energy stored in the battery, for quiet, zero-tailpipe emission journeys.

SAVE mode – prioritises the combustion engine as its main power source, maintaining battery State of Charge at the chosen level.

BESTSELLING RANGE ROVER EVOQUE NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID

PHEV TECHNOLOGY

The new compact SUVs are produced using Land Rover’s Premium Transverse Architecture, which was designed from the outset to accommodate plug-in and mild-hybrid technologies. The hardware is cleverly packaged beneath the cabin floor without compromising interior space.

The Electric Rear Axle Drive (ERAD) is powered by a compact 15kWh lithium-ion battery located below the rear seats. The battery is made up of 84 prismatic cells, arranged in seven 50Ah modules of 12, with a 6mm-thick steel undertray that protects the battery without compromising the vehicles’ hallmark all-terrain capability.

RANGE ROVER EVOQUE NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID

The advanced Electric Rear Axle Drive (ERAD) features a light, compact and efficient synchronous permanent magnet motor. To optimise package space, the driveshafts are concentric with the motor and single-speed transmission, while the inverter is also integrated within the ERAD casing. The ERAD module is neatly integrated within the Integral Link rear suspension system.

At speeds above 84mph (135km/h), the electric motor is decoupled to reduce drag and therefore optimise efficiency, and then seamlessly re-engages when the speed falls below this.

Discovery Sport now available as a plug-in hybrid

The compact high-voltage junction box (HVJB) under the front seats is another engineering innovation. This comprises the DC: DC converter (changes high-voltage current from the hybrid battery to low voltage to support the 12-volt network) and the 7kW on-board charger used to charge the hybrid battery when the vehicle is plugged in.

Packaged next to this is the Belt-integrated Starter Generator (BiSG) Inverter which, through intelligent electrical management, can send recuperation energy to the high-voltage battery for storage to use later or for immediate redeployment to support full all-wheel drive capability.

A new brake-by-wire system replaces the traditional brake vacuum servo, and seamlessly blends regenerative and friction braking to provide a consistent and precise pedal feel. The system can deliver up to 0.2g of deceleration under regenerative braking, maximising energy efficiency by using the vehicles’ kinetic energy to recharge the battery on the overrun.

Intelligently locating the PHEV system throughout the structure improves dynamics, lowering the centre of gravity by six per cent and further optimising front-rear weight distribution.

CHARGING

The new PHEV models are available with a Mode 2 Home Charging Cable, enabling customers to fully charge the vehicle from a plug socket in 6hrs 42mins, which is perfect for overnight charging. For faster charging, the Mode 3 Charging Cable enables customers to plug-in to a 7kW AC domestic wall box or AC public charge points: this enables charging from 0-80 per cent in just 1hr 24mins. The quickest charge times are achieved using the growing public charging network of DC charge points: at 32KW DC, 0-80 per cent takes just 30 minutes.

The charge port flap is located on the rear fender – on the opposite side of the vehicle to the fuel filler flap.

BESTSELLING RANGE ROVER EVOQUE NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID

Customers can stay connected to the Evoque and Discovery Sport PHEV via Land Rover’s intelligent InControl Remote^ smartphone application. Whether at home or out and about, the app allows customers to monitor the vehicle’s charge status, ready the vehicle for the journey ahead or even set a charging timer to take advantage of off-peak energy tariffs.

Owners can automatically pre-condition the battery and cabin temperature before starting a journey: using mains power to do this when the vehicle is plugged in rather than drawing energy from the battery when you start driving maximises range and enhances occupant comfort.

BESTSELLING EVOQUE AND DISCOVERY SPORT SUVS NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRIDS

BESTSELLING EVOQUE AND DISCOVERY SPORT SUVS NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRIDS

BESTSELLING RANGE ROVER EVOQUE NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID

1.5-litre three-cylinder engine

A state-of-the-art 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine is at the heart of the new PHEVs: the latest member of the modular, flexible Ingenium engine family, which now has three-, four- and six-cylinder variants.

This small-capacity engine achieves exceptionally low levels of friction, which contribute to its excellent efficiency. The exhaust manifold is integrated into the aluminium cylinder head, contributing to the rapid warm-up times and minimising the distance from the exhaust ports to the turbocharger’s turbine wheel for improved responsiveness.

LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID WITH RAPID CHARGING AND IMPRESSIVE RANGE

The three-cylinder configuration delivers a better flow of exhaust gases, ensuring the turbine wheel delivers boost pressure almost instantaneously. A highly efficient Watercooled Charge Air Cooler means the density of air being drawn into the combustion chambers remains high, further enhancing performance and efficiency across the engine’s operating range.

The three-cylinder – like the four-cylinder mild hybrid models – also features a belt-integrated starter-generator (BISG) unit. This works alongside the ERAD to deliver regenerative braking, recharging the battery on the overrun, and also enables smoother, quieter and faster stop-start operation than a traditional starter motor.

NEW EIGHT-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

A smooth new eight-speed automatic transmission has been selected to match the power and torque delivery of the three-cylinder engine and work seamlessly with the ERAD. As well as being 5kg lighter than the nine-speed transmission used in the other models, the new eight-speed delivers enhanced refinement and shift feel, and is an integral part of the hybrid system.

COST OF OWNERSHIP

In the UK, the average vehicle commute is 18.8 miles (30.2km) a dayŦ. Both the Discovery Sport PHEV and Evoque PHEV can drive to work and back twice in EV Mode before needing a recharge.

As well as saving money on energy and spending much less time at the pumps, PHEV customers can also expect to benefit from strong residual values. Company car drivers in the UK will also experience significant savings. With CO2 emissions of 32g/km and a zero-emissions range of up to 41miles (66km), certain Range Rover Evoque P300e derivatives will qualify for a new, lower Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) rate of just six per cent in 2020/21, rising to eight per cent in 2022/23α. With CO2 emissions from 36g/km, and a zero-emissions range of up to 38 miles, Discovery Sport PHEVs qualify for a 10 percent BIK rate in 2020/21, rising to 12 per cent in 2022/23α.

The Range Rover Evoque PHEV and Land Rover Discovery Sport PHEV are now available to order alongside the standard 48-volt Mild Hybrid system at www.landrover.co.uk

LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT NOW AVAILABLE AS PLUG-IN HYBRID WITH RAPID CHARGING AND IMPRESSIVE RANGE

Notes to Editors

*Depending on model

**Depending on model

[1] Peak internal combustion engine and electric power not delivered at same engine speed
[2] The mechanical brakes will provide additional braking force if more than 0.2g is required
*Charge time possible with 50kW & 100kW DC Rapid charger (actual charge into the vehicle will be limited to 32kW). Actual charge times may vary according to environmental conditions and available charging installation
^ In car features should be used by drivers only when safe to do so. Drivers must ensure they are in full control of the vehicle at all time. Functionality of Incontrol App varies depending on region
Ŧ The average single-way commute distance is 9.4 miles, according to the Department for Transport 2018 National Travel Survey
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The figures provided are as a result of official manufacturer's tests in accordance with EU legislation. For comparison purposes only. Real world figures may differ. CO₂, fuel economy, energy consumption and range figures may vary according to factors such as driving styles, environmental conditions, load and accessories.

EV range figures are based upon production vehicle over a standardised route. Range achieved will vary dependent on vehicle and battery condition, actual route and environment and driving style.

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